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Redwood City officials outlined their goals for the year during Monday’s annual State of the City address, focusing on housing, road safety, economic vitality and climate resilience.
The pre-recorded address, titled “Rooted in Community, Building the Future Together,” was played at City Hall on March 24. Each council member shared city priorities from various locations around Redwood City.
Council member Jeff Gee said the city is working toward eliminating traffic fatalities and serious injuries through its Vision Zero plan.
“That’s why we’re improving street design, enhancing crosswalk visibility and implementing traffic calming measures to reduce speeds and prevent collisions,” Gee said.
He also pointed to the SR84-US101 Interchange Reimagined project, which recently received a $105 million federal grant to improve traffic flow and add pedestrian and bike infrastructure. According to the city, the SR84-US101’s outdated design contributed to 195 collisions between 2018 and 2022.
Council member Chris Sturken said Redwood City’s focus on stable and affordable housing includes policies to prevent displacement.
“One of our key strategies is preventing displacement, ensuring that all residents can stay in their homes even as our city evolves and grows,” Sturken said.
He said developments like Broadway Plaza will include affordable housing units. The project at 1055 Broadway will feature 120 below-market-rate apartments, market-rate housing, a child care center and shared open space.
Council member Isabella Chu spoke about supporting small businesses and generating revenue without raising taxes. She said the city is considering replacing static billboards with digital ones and highlighted the recent transformation of a block of Broadway into a pedestrian-only zone.
Vice Mayor Kaia Eakin also shared updates on flood management efforts through the Climate Action Plan and regional partnerships that support residents vulnerable to flooding.
